Online Education For The Dental Professional

Is this course approved by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry? Yes! You will receive 14 hours of continuing education credit when you take this course if you are licensed in Tennessee.

What type of computer equipment will I need? Any computer with an internet connection will be adequate for this course, but a high speed internet connection for your computer is highly desirable.

How is the course organized? The course has a didactic portion and a clinical portion. Much of the didactic material will be provided online.

What materials do I need to bring to the clinical portion of the course? You will need to bring clinical attire, a standard four hole handpiece, sealant material used in your office, fine prophy paste, and two autoclaved mirrors and two autoclaved explorers.

Do I need to bring a patient to the clinical portion? Not usually. We will be practicing on each other. However, if you have a condition that prevents you from receiving a standard prophylaxis including gross decay, multiple missing teeth, numerous porcelain restorations, or poor oral hygiene, contact your instructor for guidance.

Where will the clinical portion be held? The clinical portion is held at Greater Brainerd Dental located at 5612 Brainerd Road Suite 100, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37411; as well as various locations across the state.

Who are the instructors? The principle clinical instructor is Dr. Robert Clark. Dr. Clark may be assisted by other dental professionals.

How much does the course cost? The fee for the course is $250.

How do I pay for the course? Payment is easy. After registering, you can pay immediately using Paypal, a safe and reliable online payment program. You do not need a Paypal account to use your own credit card. You can also pay at Greater Brainerd Dental.

What is your refund policy?You will receive a full refund (minus a 10% processing fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before the course. You will receive a 50% refund if you cancel less than 30 days before the course.

How do I register for the course? Simply click on the icon of the course you wish to take. Course locations will be listed to the right.

Do I need to purchase a textbook or other study material? No textbook is required.

What will I learn? After completing this course, you will be able to:

Describe the process for becoming and remaining certified in coronal polishing,

Understand their responsibilities and the dentist’s responsibilities when polishing,